Ep. 58: From Bibles to The Migos Ft Grace Bukunmi
One of the coolest girls I know - Grace Bukunmi is a Nigerian Photographer, Stylist, and Art Director working between LA & NYC. She’s worked with everyone: Alicia Keys, The Migos, A$AP Rocky & with the coolest publications: High Snobiety, Hypebeast, etc.
We talk about her growing up in a religious household & how her spirituality has evolved and how religion is perceived in her LA creative circle.I ask her if she think natural beauty will become a thing of the past & we try to decode deja vu.
I also talk to Grace about surviving a car crash (caused by sleep deprivation!) and how it forced her to re-evaluate her commitment to her work vs her health, and the relationships around her. We get into lash extensions, gel manicures & the joys of natural products like handmade soap
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Things/Products Mentioned:
Afro Punk (one day I’ll go): https://www.instagram.com/afropunk/
Cleremont Twins (in case you’re not familiar): http://www.papermag.com/clermont-twins-mont-budoir-yeezy-2531618962.html
The Twilight Zone Episode on Beauty ‘Eye of the Beholder’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFhKp-xi2DY (an amazing 20-minute episode, very worth watching)
Trypophobia is an aversion to the sight of irregular patterns or clusters of small holes, or bumps - a weird thing me, my brother & my Mom all suffer from. Link may be triggering for people who also have this bizarre paranoia lol
Are gels bad for your nails? I’m convinced they are but see this article: https://www.marieclaire.com/beauty/a16686803/do-gel-manicures-ruin-your-nails/
Hyaluronic Acid & Skin Benefits: https://www.elle.com/uk/beauty/skin/a35378/what-is-hyaluronic-acid-and-how-does-it-work/
Cupping Benefits: https://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/cupping-therapy
Men's Beauty & Grooming Site: www.verygoodlight.com
Sugar Bear Hair Vitamins: https://www.sugarbearhair.com/
Hairstylist + MUA Ashley Gomila: https://www.instagram.com/themakeupexpert/
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Ep. 57: A Popular Girl from Essex by way of Nigeria Ft. Tolly Shoneye
“I’ve learned to love my body because I’ve accepted it as my home. This is where I live - where me - the person I love the most lives, I have to make the best of it.” - Tolly sharing gems on body acceptance on this episode that I love so much
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Tolani Shoneye (known by her fans as Tolly) is the host of one of my favorite podcasts ‘The Receipts’. I was able to interview her while in London and we talked about everything from her Nigerian upbringing to the type of men she wants to attract. We get into her experience as one of the popular girls in school, racism her family faced in the UK, and how she adopted the role of the ‘strong black girl’. Listen to hear her take on “instabaddies”, why she loves and accepts her body, getting sleep,David Beckham, Naomi Campbell, and her love for a glossy face (RIP matte).
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Products/Things Mentioned:
The Receipts Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/thereceiptspodcast
Ruby Woo, her favorite red
Blotting papers for shine (my suggestion): https://www.fentybeauty.com/invisimatte/blotting-paper/22322.html
Benefit Pore minimizer primer - her fave primer with a velvety finish: https://www.benefitcosmetics.com/ca/en-gb/product/the-porefessional
Tom Ford Traceless foundation (my suggestion)
https://www.tomford.com/traceless-foundation-spf-15/T0T5.html
Charlotte Tillbury (her winter foundation)
https://www.charlottetilbury.com/us/new-magic-foundation
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EP. 56: NEW LOGO :) + Leftovers| Clear Your Closet Ft Rachel Goldman
Logo update (yay!), a quick word on overeating & Thanksgiving indulgence, and then Rachel and I discuss clearing your closet & our Moms :)
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Listen to the full episode with Rachel if you missed it: 'Is 29 The Perfect Age? Probably Not' https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/is-29-the-perfect-age-probably-not-ft-rachel-goldman/id1131628553?i=1000419118104&mt=2
Shoutout to the community for helping me with the logo!
Join on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/
Design by the super talented Hannah Kunkle: https://www.instagram.com/__hannahrose____/
Stay in touch:
https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/
If you need motivation to clear your closet, check out this book 'The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing'
https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Magic-Tidying-Decluttering-Organizing/dp/1607747308
Ep. 55: Art, Nightclubs & Scary Spice Ft Lotte Anderson
“It’s no accident I do what I do. I come from a long line of people making culture, considering how we live and responding either sonically or aesthetically to that.” - my inspiring guest, Lotte Anderson, who was described as ‘emblematic of the city of London’
Lotte, an artist living and working in London, creates work that explores the politics of taking up space, community, pleasure seeking and human behavior. Lotte tells me how growing up in West London amongst families of ‘creative dynasties’ inspired who she is today and how through the creation of her party series, MAXILLA, she realized she was making art the whole time. From there, she’s found herself in museums like the Tate Modern and we discuss how she’s able to recognize her own accomplishments.
We discuss how she navigates the art world as a woman of color and how her racial ambiguity weighs on her at times and how she explores it in her work. We talk about Scary Spice, how Mel B’s blackness was treated, and re-evaluating GIRL POWER. After attending fashion school and working for Alexander McQueen, Lotte tells me why fashion ultimately wasn’t for her. We discuss Supreme, the CFDA, casting in fashion and Fenty.
Although she’s often cited as one of the coolest girls in london, I’m shocked to learn that she felt awkward growing up. We talk about building community, the healing properties of water, CHANEL beauty, being a Gucci ambassador & lots more!
Products/Things Mentioned
@nakedbeautyplanet where you can find a lot of my natural beauty recipes
More info on Lotte’s latest show: How Do You Feel About Lying?
Shy Girl, the artist she collaborated with
https://www.coeval-magazine.com/coeval/shygirl
Kelis - Caught Out There (Iconic)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3JFwd1bk4Q
111 Cryo where Lotte tried Cryotherapy
https://www.111cryo.com/
REN Rose Body Oil
https://www.sephora.com/product/morroccan-rose-otto-ultra-moisture-body-oil-P378013
Women’s Balance Essential Oil Blend from Neal Yard
https://www.nealsyardremedies.com/aromatherapy/aromatherapy-oils-and-blends/essential-oil-blends/2715.html
Aesop Facial Toner
https://www.aesop.com/nz/p/skin/tone/parsley-seed-anti-oxidant-facial-toner/
Chanel beauty compact cream essential palette (comes in a range of 6 shades)
https://www.chanel.com/us/makeup/p/149150/palette-essentielle-conceal-highlight-color/
Dazed Beauty on IG - Constructed beauty at work
The Cleremont twins - for anyone unfamiliar
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Ep. 54: Self-Healing & Minding Your Business Ft Aala
Aala is a very special person who's been able to self-heal and overcome a lot. Only 26, she's deeply aware of her purpose and it's so inpspring - I got a little emotional during this one. She's Sudanese-American and grew up in between cultures. We talk about how Sudanese women approach beauty, her relationship with her hair and how it changed when she got sick. Women's health and chronic illness is something that's not discussed often and so Aala is willing to talk about her private experience in detail – from the moment her hair kept falling out, getting rashes on her skin, experiencing chronic fatigue, migraines, muscle pain, etc. and then slowly rebuilding from there.
We discuss the role of doctors verses a holistic approach, how her illness made her feel ugly for the first time in her life and how to handle a serious diagnosis. She discovered Dr. Sebi and began implementing these holistic principles to create a cleanse. An elimination diet addressed her gut/digestive issues. We also get into accessible beauty - you don't have to have a $75 jade roller to practice self-car (but she's got nothing against jade rollers, so get your roll on if it suits you). Aala explains how she compliments herself to feel empowered and how minding your business, drinking water are her top beauty tips!
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Things/Products Mentioned:
Dr. Sebi (big proponent of self-healing through natural remedies): https://drsebiscellfood.com/
Aala's Book 'I am The Cleanse' https://aalacleanse.com/cleansematerials/iamthecure
Macrobiotic bowl - my go to healthy dinner: https://www.brit.co/macro-bowls/
Almond oil, Jojoba oil after she exfoliates:
https://www.amazon.com/Desert-Essence-Organic-Jojoba-Oil/dp/B0000C0XL8?th=1
https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Solutions-Sweet-Almond-16-Ounce/dp/B0019LVFSU
Ground coffee beans to exfoliate DIY recipes at the link:
Raw honey and avocado blueberry mask - your skin is your biggest organ so she does natural masks to nourish her skin
https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/8-amazing-blueberry-face-masks-for-radiant-skin/#gref
Manuka honey - next level honey
https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/manuka-honey-medicinal-uses
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Follow the cleanse https://www.instagram.com/aalacleanse/
Follow the cleanse at @aalacleanse
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Ep. 53: From the Bronx to Paris Ft Annya Santana
Annya Santana, who grew up in the Bronx and was born in the Dominican Republic, bought a one way ticket to Paris 4 years ago after heartbreak and started her clean beauty line Menos Mas (which means Less is More). Before finding herself in Paris, we talk about her experience growing up in NY and working in the early days of streetwear after finding herself in fashion PR. She explains that Paris is surprisingly afro-centric and we discuss the benefits of letting the day unfold — the Parisian way. We get into the moment the Bronx seems to be having (from Cardi B, to the Bodega Boys) and how people of color are now taking ownership for their contributions to culture.
Annya is majorly into health and fitness — an awakening that happened over time. She tells me about how she changed her entire approach to eating (first to clear her skin) but then realized how much better she felt after eating clean. In addition to fixing her skin issues, her cleanse eased the pain of menstrual cramps. We also get into: running the NY Marathon, wellness for free, creating her dual-gender, all-natural skincare, her Mom’s DIY remedies inspiring her, making hand cream for her Dad, acne scarring, changing your face via FaceTune, stretch marks, moisturizing as meditation, hormones, acupuncture, Dominican salons and embracing her natural hair texture, the body pos movement and its implications & much more!
Products/Things Mentioned:
Annya’s amazing line Menos Mas: https://www.menos-mas.com/
The China Project — the book that opened Annya’s eyes to the dangers of processed foods:https://nutritionstudies.org/the-china-study/
Superfood Probiotic Powders - she put a scoop of this in her water every day & treated her acne in a month
https://www.orgain.com/protein/organic-nutrition-powder/Organic-Superfoods-Powder.html
Vitamin E oil - also used to naturally heal her acne
Pink Cream from Dr. Jart Annya uses as Essence
https://www.sephora.com/brand/dr-jart
My essence from Tatcha - I actually really like this product
Royal Jelly Menos Mas for scarring
https://www.menos-mas.com/shop/honey-royal-jelly-miracle-body-butter
Learn more about microblading:
https://www.elle.com/uk/beauty/a31566/microblading-eyebrows/
Where I got my Miicroblading done in NY (highly recommend):
Bantu Knot Out how I sleep with my natural hair
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulqtwgglHc8
Pineapple Method how Annya sleeps with her natural hair
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IS_qO6zMgu8
Ashley Graham Weight Loss Backlash
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-6269661/Ashley-Graham-accused-losing-weight-fans.html
Follow Annya
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Ep. 52: Style, Music & Beauty Ft Saidah Blount
“Creativity and being around creative people has been my drive” — my amazing guest Saidah Blount, on her career journey and finding herself in music where she always wanted to be :)
Saidah tells me about moving to NYC in the 90s and making a career out of seeing bands. Originally from Kansas City, we talk about how she grew up and her early memories of visiting the Clinique counter for makeovers. We ponder whether or not artists of today have the same knack for style that musicians used to but we both think Rihanna, The Migos & Miguel are doing interesting things. We get into hair dye, expensive deep conditioning masks we enjoy wasting money on, the magic of a good skincare routine, whether or not vitamins really do anything, how working out and knowing her own personal strength can change everything, and how the right lipstick can be a form of personal empowerment.
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Follow Saidah on IG: @SaidahB TW @Saibellanyc
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Products & Things Mentioned
Illeisha who did my color I mention in the intro: @thehairartiste
Siouxsie Sioux - the artist with the distinctive eyeliner look that inspired Saidah
Aztec clay to cleanse skin
Biologique P50 < apparently worth all the hype
Tumeric mask for hyper pigmentation
Evening primrose oil from Mountain Rose Herbs
Shu Emura Deep Conditioner
Queen Helene Cholesterol deep conditioner - a classic
Shea Moisture Strengthening Mask - one of my fave deep conditioners & not too expensive
Morrocan Oil Deep Conditioner
Scalp Massager from Amazon I use 2x a month to stimulate hair follicles
The Buffet Serum from the Ordinary
Moisturizer with sunscreen Saidah loves
Heyday - Saidah’s go-to facial spot in NY
The impact of sun (image to scare you straight into wearing SPF)
Rihanna RiriWoo - her ultimate red (sorry sold-out)
BITE in soho where you can create your own lipstick
L’Oreal boy brow dupe
Fenty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Foundation
Youtube from dermatologists she loves (Dr.Dray)
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Stay in touch! I'm @brookedevard“Creativity and being around creative people has been my drive” — my amazing guest Saidah Blount, on her career journey and finding herself in music where she always wanted to be :)
Saidah tells me about moving to NYC in the 90s and making a career out of seeing bands. Originally from Kansas City, we talk about how she grew up and her early memories of visiting the Clinique counter for makeovers. We ponder whether or not artists of today have the same knack for style that musicians used to but we both think Rihanna, The Migos & Miguel are doing interesting things. We get into hair dye, expensive deep conditioning masks we enjoy wasting money on, the magic of a good skincare routine, whether or not vitamins really do anything, how working out and knowing her own personal strength can change everything, and how the right lipstick can be a form of personal empowerment.
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Follow @nakedbeautyplanet on Instagram for all things beauty & join the #nakedbeautypodcast community :)
Follow Saidah on IG: @SaidahB TW @Saibellanyc
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Products & Things Mentioned
Illeisha who did my color I mention in the intro: @thehairartiste
Siouxsie Sioux - the artist with the distinctive eyeliner look that inspired Saidah
Aztec clay to cleanse skin
Biologique P50 < apparently worth all the hype
Tumeric mask for hyper pigmentation
Evening primrose oil from Mountain Rose Herbs
Shu Emura Deep Conditioner
Queen Helene Cholesterol deep conditioner - a classic
Shea Moisture Strengthening Mask - one of my fave deep conditioners & not too expensive
Morrocan Oil Deep Conditioner
Scalp Massager from Amazon I use 2x a month to stimulate hair follicles
The Buffet Serum from the Ordinary
Moisturizer with sunscreen Saidah loves
Heyday - Saidah’s go-to facial spot in NY
The impact of sun (image to scare you straight into wearing SPF)
Rihanna RiriWoo - her ultimate red (sorry sold-out)
BITE in soho where you can create your own lipstick
L’Oreal boy brow dupe
Fenty Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Foundation
Youtube from dermatologists she loves (Dr.Dray)
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Stay in touch! I'm @brookedevard
Ep. 51: Shea Butter & Therapy Ft Abena Boamah
Abena Boamah M.Ed, creator of Hanahana beauty, is on a mission to disrupt the global beauty industry. I’m amazed by Abena’s boldness, point of view and ambition — all while remaining entirely down to earth & SO FUN! Abena is committed to creating transparency, accessibility and sustainability with her 100% handcrafted shea butter sourced from the Katariga Women's Cooperative in Tamale, Ghana.
“Sometimes therapy can be a lot…you’re unpacking things you didn’t even know were there. Therapy allowed me to realize how my anxieties were manifesting and also to realize that I have the authority and I’m worthy of not being in this space at all times. Sometimes when you’re an anxious person or you’re depressed you think….'this is how it ishis is always going to be how it is and I just have to work in this bubble of anxiety or sadness'….but now I have different tools to move out of it.” - my guest incredible guest Abena, on her experience with therapy
Abena Boamah M.Ed, creator of Hanahana beauty, is on a mission to disrupt the global beauty industry. I’m amazed by Abena’s boldness, point of view and ambition — all while remaining entirely down to earth & SO FUN! Abena is committed to creating transparency, accessibility and sustainability with her 100% handcrafted shea butter sourced from the Katariga Women's Cooperative in Tamale, Ghana. She describes growing up in a Ghanian household in the suburbs of Ohio, teaching on the westside of Chicago and being a Pisces. She convinces me to open my mind to therapy (and makes a very compelling case I want everyone to hear)!
Other topics discussed:
-dancing to shake it off hitting a whine to get a workout
-Adding dried lavender and rosemary to joints (THAT YOU CAN SMOKE - who knew?)
-Marijuana shaming
-Beyonce inspiring us to be our best selves
-Hoteps
-Choosing celibacy
& more!
Products & Things Mentioned
Shea Balm from Hanahana — Abena’s Go-To for Lips
https://www.hanahanabeauty.com/shop-online/shea-balm
Glossier Lip Gloss for Extra-shiny lips
https://www.glossier.com/products/lip-gloss
Apple Cider Vinegar to clarify hair
http://coconutsandkettlebells.com/apple-cider-vinegar-hair-rinse/
Peppermint, Hemp & Jojoba Oil to massage her edges where she experienced alopecia
https://wholenewmom.com/health-concerns/essential-oils-for-hair-growth/
Her stylist Caprice
https://www.instagram.com/capricedominiquehairstylist/
Follow Abena on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beanieboamah/
Learn more about Hanahana Beauty & Their Mission: https://www.instagram.com/hanahana_beauty/
Shop Hanahana Products: http://hanahanabeauty.com
Stay in touch & join the community @nakedbeautyplanet
Reach me @brookedevard
Ep. 50: Is 29 The Perfect Age? Probably Not Ft. Rachel Goldman
29 probably isn't the perfect age but we explore...Rachel, my long-time friend a former Soul Cycle instructor, and I discuss things we've mastered by 29: feeding ourselves, prioritizing the morning, learning about fragrance, how to shave our legs, dressing for the occasion, what beauty treatments are worth splurging it, office makeup etc. And then there are the things we haven’t mastered: ironing boards, washing instructions, the color wheel, when to get rid of old clothes, how to wrap a present, etc.
We discuss hormones and facial hair, cosmetic surgery on the eve of our 30s, lip fillers for Rachel’s LA life, and her experience going from being a soul cycle instructor to doing absolutely nothing – she shares what changed & what stayed absolutely the same (very surprising insights here on what sweating does for skin). Rachel is so much fun, you guys will love this episode (slightly NSFW towards the end) Enjoy!
Products/Resources Mentioned
Guardian article on being 29: here
To learn about fragrances: base notes lucky scent
Truth about nail salons in NYC: via the NyTimes
Ayurvedic Facial in NYC: Pratima
Sephora Facial Machine
Korean Nose Strips - use at your own risk
Marie Kondo to learn how to pack
Poshmark to sell clothes
Selling to The RealReal
Makeup Brush Cleaner
Maybeline Full N Soft the mascara Rachel has sworn by her whole life
Drybar Dry Shampoo - great volume but according to Rachel also makes hair look like you dandruff so you need to wash out
Ouia products for hair (wave spray, volumizing spray, hair oil) - amazing smell Rachel loves
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Ep. 49: Natural Childbirth, Locs & The Creative Process Ft. A-lan Holt
“I feel like it is the root of my work to create opportunities for women who look different” — my amazing guest, A-Lan Holt
A-lan is a filmmaker, writer, all around creator, mother and dear friend. You guys are in for a treat with this episode because A-lan is thinking through her experience as a woman and a creative on a higher level than most — but also doing so in a totally humble, down-to-earth, lovable way
She is Stanford’s Interim Executive Director of the Institute for Diversity in the Arts and so we talk about how she’s able to create institutional change with her role. A-lan explains the beauty lessons she inherited growing up in LA — from her Aunt who wore sisterlocs and Grandma who was a ‘silver fox’.We talk about her experience as a curvy woman, her self-confidence, and how she thinks about perception and representation when she’s casting roles for her film projects.
The part of the conversation that really blew my mind: A-lan’s experience with natural childbirth and why she decided to opt-out of the hospital/ ‘business of birth’ to bring her daughter into the world. She was a young mother and she goes into how that impacted her experience of pregnancy too. We also talk about what actually goes down post-birth and alllll the things they don’t quite tell you.
Best quote: "The best way I can describe giving birth without drugs, is like being on shrooms kind of. It’s very much like this trip. Your body at different moments during the pregnancy releases different chemicals, in your brain and in your body, that support you on this journey, and it feels like you’re literally having a trip” >>> mind.blown.
So much packed into this beautiful hour but here are some of the things we cover:
Thickness & if there’s a right way to be curvy
Her experience growing locs & how wrapping her hair cost her a job
Our Stanford experience
How she’s thinking about the visual representation of women during her creative process
The natural beauty look and clear skin privilege
Aztec clay & oil cleansing
Essential oils
Sephora getting more into natural makeup
The time and money women invest in beauty & choosing not to invest
The impact of nature on your psyche & living in the wilderness
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Products/Things Discussed:
A-lan’s Short Film Inamorata: http://www.inamoratafilm.com
Sabina Karllsson who stars in the film: https://www.instagram.com/thesabinakarlsson/?hl=en
The Thicc Gram (IG account dedicated to curvy women): https://www.instagram.com/thethiccgram/
The Brooklyn Birthing Center where she did her natural childbirth: http://www.brooklynbirthingcenter.com
The Business of Being Born documentary: http://www.thebusinessofbeingborn.com (also on Netflix)
Hard Knock Wife — hysterical stand-up comedy from my girl Ali Wong on the post-birth experience https://www.netflix.com/title/80186940
Guide to oil cleansing: https://crunchybetty.com/oil-cleansing-method/
Hazelnut Oil (A-lan’s oil of choice for cleansing): https://bit.ly/2MIQFgC
Random Acts of Flyness (new HBO show A-lan recommended): https://www.hbo.com/random-acts-of-flyness
Aztec Clay for a detoxing face mask (mixed with a little apple cider vinegar): https://amzn.to/2zOy48T
Apple Cider Vinegar for cleansing hair: https://bit.ly/2OYjQcN
Follow A-lan:https://www.instagram.com/a_lanmoon/
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Ep. 48: The Big Chop, Solo Travel & Positive Affirmations Ft. Tam Watkins
I’m joined by Tam Watkins, founder of Loza Tam, where she’s been creating beautiful satin-lined turbans and headbands for the past two years. Before becoming the entrepreneur she is today, Tam was growing up in rural Florida or as she calls it ‘Trump Country’ and talks to me about that experience & growing up with a black Republican parent & Grandparent (rare indeed)! One of the things I love about Tam is her passion for travel and learning other cultures… she shares how the idea to create Loza Tam came to her in a yoga class & how that idea led her to Ghana where she now produces her product.
We talk about her ‘Britney Spears’ moment when she cut off all her hair because it became too matted while transitioning, feeling boyish post big-chop & how one kindergarten boy made her cry. She tells me about the positive affirmations she practices each day: “I am loved”, “I have marketable skills”, etc. and how that’s changed her outlook. We discuss social media & mental health but also have to acknowledge how much YouTube helped us in our natural journey! We also cover Botox as a preventative measure, pedicures being more mandatory than manicures, Tristian Walker and her experience working on Bevel and Form, Turkish women’s approach to beauty, traveling solo and her experience in China, the importance of reading reviews, wig life and we bond over our love of Wendy Williams.
Our Fave YouTube Channels for Natural Hair Tutorials:
Kimmay Tube https://www.youtube.com/user/kimmaytube < super thorough scientific approach
Naptural85 by Whitney (arguably the natural hair YT GOAT) https://www.youtube.com/user/Naptural85
The OG Cherry Lola Treatment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAafaJWWKUw
Products/Things Mentioned:
Watch Tam’s fave show African City (described as the African Sex & The City):
Acure- natural skincare products with proven results
R+CO Cleansing Conditioner for a product that never dries out hair but it still feels cleansed https://bit.ly/2AQqeAV
— Fenty Beauty Everything Really but these are Standouts —
Universal Gloss Bomb - best lipgloss of all time & looks great on everyone
Gold Highlighter - Killiwat/Trophy Wife
New Fenty Silver Highlighter Review
https://www.refinery29.com/rihanna-fenty-beauty-silver-highlighter-review
Heat Free Hair Clip-ins
https://heatfreehair.com/collections/clip-ins
Kinky straight half wig can be found HERE
Lancome Teint Indole 24 Hour Long Wear Foundation HERE
Get Yourself Some Loza Tam Products!
I love my turban <3
Free shipping on your first purchase (no minimum) when you enter promo code "NAKED" or just go to lozatam.com/nakedbeauty
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Ep. 47: Beauty Secrets Vol 6:Ayurvedic Beauty,Your Dosha & Ojas
I’ve been spending time learning about Ayurvedic Beauty — an ancient Indian approach to wellness and beauty that I’ve really connected with. Everything in Ayurveda comes back to your specific dosha type. The three doshas: vata, pitta and kapha and they’re each associated with different energies which I go through in this episode.
I also share some knowledge on maintaining Ojas. In Ayurveda, Ojas is believed to be responsible for vitality, strength, health, long life, immunity and mental/emotional wellness.
Thank you to everyone who’s subscribed, rated and reviewed the #nakedbeautypodcast. I truly appreciate the support!
Stay in touch and join the community @NAKEDBEAUTYPLANET: https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/
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Products/Things Mentioned on the Episode:
Best book I’ve read on Ayurvedic Beauty:
Ayurvedic Beauty Care: Ageless Techniques to Invoke Natural Beauty by Melanie Sachs
https://www.amazon.com/Ayurvedic-Beauty-Care-Ageless-Techniques/dp/091495511X
Online quiz to find your Dosha type: https://bit.ly/2v9Yz7I
Resource for Ayurvedic Recipes: https://www.ayurveda.com/resources/recipes/all
Ep. 46: Baby Hairs & Mental Health Ft. Crystal Anderson
Easily one of the most stylish women in NY — Crystal Anderson is a grounded, deep thinker but she also doesn’t believe in taking yourself too seriously which I LOVE. She has practical tips about mental health & truly expresses herself through her unique personal style. She’s currently Man Repeller’s COO (chief operations officer) and before joining MR, she launched Refinery 29’s insanely popular experiential event 29Rooms.
Crystal’s style ethos: “Getting dressed is an intentional thing that you have to do each day. But it’s for you. It’s not something for work or something you have to do with your partner — it’s just for you”Listen to hear us discuss:
- Not taking yourself too seriously when it comes to self-presentation
- How to maintain sanity in today’s crazy news cycle
- Seeing herself in Leandra Medine’s content for ManRepeller and embracing an anti-sexy/anti-approval aesthetic
- Her experience at Howard University and HBCU fashions
- Growing up mixed race and what her Italian father taught her and her siblings about how they’ll be perceived
- Coping with OCD and nurturing her Mental Health
- Dealing with panic attacks and having perspective about taking medication and getting therapy
- Sad desk lunches
- Why she loves the dewy look & clumpy mascara
- Baby hairs & why black women can’t seem to have ANYTHING of our own
- White women in braids
- Is Kim Kardashian the ultimate troll? Taylor Swift for that matter too…
- Wig Culture & Tokyo Stylez
- Why crystal wants to be Lukka Sabbat and Yara Shahidi’s aunty
- Crystal’s skincare routine (I was shocked to hear her age!)
- Her 18 tattoos & her approach to getting tatted
- Weight loss and macro nutrient tracking …….. & more!
Products & Things Mentioned:
Read about Crystal’s awesome job at Man Repeller: https://www.manrepeller.com/2018/04/crystal-anderson.html
Her experience at an in-patient mental health facility & what she’s learned: https://www.manrepeller.com/2018/05/5-things-mental-health.html Where to buy Marula Oil: https://amzn.to/2N4f10C
If you’re dying for the $80 Version of Marula Oil: https://seph.me/2L6BQA9
Drunk Elephant PolyPeptide Lotion: https://seph.me/2E1qWeV
Argan Oil: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PGAP3E2
Milk Make-Up Facegloss for the dewy look: https://seph.me/2zpUSQG MAC
Mineralize SkinFinish the bronzer she keeps coming back to: https://bit.ly/2xwClMc
Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Pads (lots of chemicals, they kind of sting but in the best way possible): https://seph.me/2L8nu5T
Camille Rose Naturals (great products for natural hair): https://www.camillerosenaturals.com
Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Milk for those edges: https://www.amazon.com/Shea-Moisture-Coconut-Hibiscus-Style/dp/B0038TYTSO?th=1 Shea Moisture Body Oil: https://amzn.to/2uiubIX
Strong Mom’s Instagram that helped Crystal on her weightless journey: https://www.instagram.com/strongmomsofthedietdoc/
Gucci Bloom for when she’s feeling ‘ladylike’: https://on.gucci.com/2NL8adw
Palo Santo Oil (we’re both obsessed with this): https://bit.ly/2N7Xg0A
Follow Crystal on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beerbottles_chainsaws/
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Ep. 45: K-Beauty, Natural Hair & Beauty Editor Ethics Ft. Siraad Dirshe
This goes out to the true beauty junkies! Siraad is a girl with a 10-step beauty routine, who lives for Korean skincare and travels with her own silk pillow-case. She’s currently a beauty editor at Essence and she has incredible product knowledge but what I find even more impressive — her general attitude and approach towards beauty. She’s really inspired me to try new things!
We talk:
- how she graduated with a psychology and communications degree, worked in finance and then found herself transitioning to a new career in beauty at 28
- Korean skin-care & our desire to move to Japan and be teenagers
- The SWAGGER level in Korea & Japan & surprising level of black culture love
- Working with women of color
-Brands that don’t understand the Essence reader
- The ethics of being a beauty editor
- Me being a kitchen beautician
- Her natural hair journey
- maximum hydration method (not sustainable)
- the silk pillowcase & throwback memories to dominican hairdressers heating your hair
- Stanning for Pat McGrath - Dying natural hair & hair shaming in the natural hair community
- Oil cleanses & I finally learn what essences are (they’re huge in K-Beauty so they’ll get popular in the US in 6 months to a year)
- Sunscreens and eye creams & much much more
Products Mentioned:
Tatcha Camilla Oil
- https://www.sephora.com/product/pure-one-step-camellia-cleansing-oil-P392235
Powder Cleanser (Siraad recommends for traveling):
Tatcha Rice Powder Cleanser - https://seph.me/2N9sbKT
Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser - https://www.glossier.com/products/milky-jelly-cleanser
P50 Biologique, Pricey but she swears by it - https://intothegloss.com/2017/03/biologique-recherche-p50-lotion-review/
Cure Gel - cult exfoliating product I recommend - https://www.amazon.com/Cure-Natural-Aqua-Gel-250/dp/B001ABLKK2
Koh Gen Do Essence - Japanese Essence (one step before primer)
https://kohgendocosmetics.com Ole Hendrickson Vitamin C serum, great for hyper-pigmentation
https://www.sephora.com/product/truth-serum-P42343
SuperBerry Hydrate & Glow Oil by Youth to the People, her final step in her nightly skincare routine
https://www.youthtothepeople.com/products/superberry-hydrate-and-glow-oil
Glossier Sunscreen - https://bit.ly/2MxkxbU
Kjaer Weis Dazzling Bronzer - https://bit.ly/2lDy4TY
Artis brushes, she says they’re good but she applies stuff by hand
https://www.artisbrush.com
AmiKa hair curl defining cream and gel combo - https://loveamika.com/products/c
Ep. 44: Serving Authenticity Ft. Angelica Torres
“I’ve always known that I was a female. Folks always ask ‘how did you know?’ It just was. It just is.” — Angelica Torres, NYC-native, lover of bathtubs and glitter, speaking about her experience being assigned the wrong gender at birth.
We cover SO much in this episode so I’ve provided topics and time-codes below. Angelica, so much love to you for sharing your story! Also thank you to everyone who has joined NakedBeautyPlanet on Instagram, love meeting you all.
Episode notes below: From Cardi B to Nicki Minaj and Azalea Banks, why we pit women against each other (4:30) Identifying as a trans woman at work (6:45) Dealing with suicide, depression and anxiety — issues that disproportionately impact the trans community (8:20) Being outed at work in her first corporate job (10:25) That time she was on Oprah (11:44) …but it didn’t go so well.
How she was misgendered on national television (13:45) Her experience going to Harvey Milk high school after a suicide attempt at 13 (16:35) How she knew she was a female (19:10) The fact that there’s no right or wrong way to disclose being trans when dating (25:00) That time she was on ANTM (28:47) Being taught straight hair is better & the baffling concept of colorism (shoutout to Nyma Tang) (31:00)
*Short ad break* (37:20) (shoutout to the sponsor Curology, incredible customized skincare with a special offer for Naked Beauty listeners with the link: curolo.gy/nakedbeauty to get your 1st month free today, just pay $4.95 shipping )
RuPaul’s problematic comments on trans women on Drag Race & trans women being discriminated against (39:20) Why the T doesn’t really belong in LGBT & transphobia within the community (41) How angelica handles people asking inappropriate questions about surgery (44) All of her favorite beauty products (see below, 47:11) When she feels most beautiful (58:15)
Angelica’s Beauty Must-Haves:
MACs Liquidlast Liner - a liner that stays forever and gives you the perfect early-Christina Aguilera line https://bit.ly/2yDF88Q
Clinique Stay Matte Hydrator - great for oily skin & Angelica uses as a primer https://bit.ly/2JGEvjf
Clinique Happy - Fresh & Citrusy fragrance https://bit.ly/2JGEvjf
Boscia Aluminizing black mask that takes out all skin impurities https://seph.me/2t2Qeli
FRED.NYC (192 Orchard Street) https://www.instagram.com/fred.nyc/
Lush Secret Arts Jelly Bomb - Charcoal moisturizing bath bomb https://bit.ly/2jV1DTd
Glamglow Glitter Mask Firming Treatment https://bit.ly/2JBYiQT
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Links to things discussed:
An incredible resource for homeless LGBTQ youth http://aliforneycenter.org
That time Tyra Banks revealed her real hair on her talk show lol https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9TVtI6gF70
Podcast by Diamond Stylez: Marsha’s Plate: Black Trans Talk: https://soundcloud.com/danella-xuc
Nyma Tang beauty Influencer with an incredible YouTube channel: https://www.instagram.com/nymatang/?hl=en
Kevin Aucoin - the LEGEND https://bit.ly/2l8SUdx
Learn more about Sylvia Rivera https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sylvia_Rivera
Marsha P Johnson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marsha_P._Johnson
If you are having thoughts of suicide, please know that you are not alone. If you are in danger of acting on suicidal thoughts, call 911. For support and resources, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text 741-741 for the Crisis Text Line.
Ep. 43: Left Overs| Sugar Addiction is Real! Ft. Kate Seward
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****** Ok so today’s leftover’s episode is from my talk with the amazing Kate Seward. In our full episode which you should definitely hear (https://apple.co/2LpWGKQ) we speak about her experience with addiction and substance abuse…which brought up this discussion around SUGAR ADDICTION - which is a very really thing that I’m currently working through.
Links Below:
- Proof the sugar is the worst thing ever: https://bit.ly/2sFeCKz
- Alternatives to sugary dessert: my go-to is tea! I love David’s Tea: https://www.davidstea.com/us_en/bestsellers/ (forever nuts and jasmine creme brûlée are my faves)
- Brain over Binge Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-over-binge-podcast/id1184957849?mt=2
- The new electric toothbrush of my dreams: https://bit.ly/2Hs8vxy
Follow Kate’s awesome Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisthepractice/
Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/
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Ep. 42: Owning It Ft. Jacquelyn DeJesu of SHHHOWERCAP
“I want to be the beacon of hope for every woman who wants to put an idea out in the world.” - my guest Jacquelyn De Jesu, the CEO, founder and creative director of Shhhowercap
I left this conversation feeling so inspired! Jackie is just the best and I feel so lucky I was able to grab her for some time on the #nakedbeautypodcast. Before becoming the wildly successful entrepreneur she is today – Jackie, the product of two creative parents (a hairdresser & set-designer), was growing up in Baldwin, Long Island. We talk about the trends of yore she embraced in her youth: Solo pants (remember these?!), chunky highlights, French tip acrylics & fake tans. Jackie received attention at an early age when she developed earlier than her peers but she embraced her newfound curves and it allowed her to understand the power of female sexuality early on. We discuss the importance of the body pos movement, diversity in advertising and how she’s been able to create an inspiring culture for her company and her team. She explains how she knew corporate America wasn’t for her long-term and we discuss using your talents for your own brand vs creating for someone else. But she also keeps it real about what’s required to run a successful company. Balls drop and self-sacrifice is real -- but she was willing to deprioritize herself to see crazy growth early on.
We talk about the French approach to family and having a healthy marriage (her husband is also a creative and 100% supportive of her girlboss moves), and the importance of a good support system. Jackie explains that if you create a great brand, you will get funding and she believes in the power of design to create big business.
Jackie loves:
Having a personal trainer (an indulgence that makes a big difference) She will happily spend money on Sakara (100% plant-based organic meals) https://www.sakara.com
Kristen Noel crawley Eyemasks (to brighten, moisturize & lift your under-eye area) https://kncbeauty.com/products/knc-star-eye-mask
Credo Beauty Vital Foaming Cleanser https://credobeauty.com/products/vital-foaming-cleanser
Rosebud Salve https://www.sephora.com/product/rosebud-salve-P42204
Nars Schiap Semi Matte Lip (she feels naked without a lip) https://www.narscosmetics.com/USA/schiap-semi-matte-lipstick/0607845010418.html *** Make sure to follow Jackie on Instagram (she’s amazing): https://www.instagram.com/deejayzoo/
And obviously get yourself and everyone you care about a Shhhowercap: https://www.shhhowercap.com/shop/
*** SO SO excited about the NAKEDBEAUTYPLANET community on Instagram! I’m sharing lots of my DIY beauty recipes, make-up inspo, and of course all things #nakedbeautypodcast Follow >> https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/ https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/
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Ep. 41: Leftovers| Being Yourself While Dating Ft. Lindsey Metselaar
When do you reveal your true self when dating? Listen for some leftovers from my chat with Lindsey Metselaar where we discuss how to use positive reinforcement to get what you want while dating, sharing the less likable aspects of your personality early on, and how to handle double dates. EXCITING NEWS: I started an Instagram account just for this show. Join the community @NAKEDBEAUTYPLANET: https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/ Listen to my full episode with Lindsey here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-contour-before-your-date-ft-lindsey-metselaar/id1131628553?i=1000408855423&mt=2 Check out her podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/we-met-at-acme/id1300757042?mt=2 Music by Jay Killa: https://soundcloud.com/jkila/uptown-eastside-ft-cav SUDIO headphones: https://goo.gl/QhpRm1 ** CODE: NAKEDBEAUTY FOR 15% OFF ANY PURCHASE**
This episode was mixed by Laila Oweda
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Ep. 40: A Hippie with Edge Ft. Kate Seward
“I know that if I had kept drinking and doing drugs the way that I was, I would have died. There wasn’t really another option.” — Kate on her decision to get sober
On this episode of the #nakedbeautypodcast I’m joined by Kate — writer and lover of all things wellness. We discuss this universal phenomenon of women constantly thinking about their hair…. what to do with it, to dye or not to dye, etc. - why is it constantly on our minds? Kate gives me insight into going platinum blonde & I get her thoughts re: as a white woman how much she worries about cultural appropriation... We talk about a summer in the South of France breeding insecurity, going on her first diet at 10, and her super-chic Mom practicing ‘radical candor’ way before it was fashionable. Kate, who’s now 11 years sober, talks about the 12-step program and embracing the practice. Also stay tuned for a hilarious take on why my question ‘when do you feel most beautiful?’ is so hard to answer (54:15)
Follow Kate/ DM her to chat: https://www.instagram.com/thekateseward/
Stay in touch with me: https://www.instagram.com/brookevard/ Join the community on Instagram @Nakedbeautyplanet
Products/Things Mentioned:
Drinking a Love Story by Caroline Knapp https://www.amazon.com/Drinking-Love-Story-Caroline-Knapp/dp/0385315546
Cat Marnell’s Amphetamine Logic https://www.vice.com/en_us/topic/amphetamine-logic
Angel Wash by Kevin Murphy https://www.kevinmurphystore.com/shampoo/angel-wash
Collagen Powder for added protein with your morning coffee https://bit.ly/2K5y2OU
Sakura Life Chocolate Collagen https://www.sakara.com/products/beauty-chocolates
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Ep. 39: Beauty Secrets Vol. 5: Beauty Lessons from Beyoncé
The four beauty lessons we can all learn from QueenB. From her vegan diet, to her flawless skin to her always-on point looks.
Check out these amazing episodes breaking down Beyonce’s historical Coachella performance:
NYTimes Still Processing: ‘We Talk Beychella’ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/still-processing/id1151436460?mt=2#
The Read ‘Beychella”: https://soundcloud.com/theread/beychella
TIP 1: SLAY YOUR BASICS
Beyonce Slaying Basics Exhibit A: https://www.instagram.com/p/BdD7mojF3IP/?hl=en&taken-by=beyonce
Exhibit B: https://www.instagram.com/p/3hPbQmvw4P/?hl=en&taken-by=beyonce
Exhibit C: https://www.instagram.com/p/0bQZIqPw3r/?hl=en&taken-by=beyonce
I tracked down the shorts she wore for her Coachella Set: https://shopcoalnterry.com/products/ragged-blue-mad-cutoff < not brave enough for these
My fave brands for basic leotards/tees:
$:http://www.nakedwardrobe.com/ (Naked Wardrobe)
$$: https://shopredone.com/collections/solid-tees (Re-Done)
$$$: http://www.wolfordshop.com/bodysuits (Wolford)
TIP 2: DANCE FOR CARDIO
Best dance classes in NYC: https://bananaskirt.net
Teyana Taylor’s Fade to Fit Program: https://fade2fit.com/lp1
TIP 3: PRIORITIZE SKINCARE
Rhassoul Clay for DIY face masks: https://www.amazon.com/Poppy-Austin-Organic-Rhassoul-Clay/dp/B00GWG63OS
Great Guide on Making your own facial oil: https://oneessentialcommunity.com/diy-face-serum-with-essential-oil-skin-type/
TIP 4: GOLDEN HIGHLIGHTS
Highlight colors I try & where I order Crochet Hair:
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